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Amparafaravola, Madagascar

Alaotra Mangoro · Madagascar

Amparafaravola is a mid-size city in Alaotra Mangoro, Madagascar with a population of 35,266. Elevation: 2,549 ft (777 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

35,266 Population 13/sq mi density
2,549 ft Elevation 777 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
46.3 in Annual Rain
Indian / Antananarivo Timezone

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People

Population35,266
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation2,549 ft (777 m)
Population35,266
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation2,549 ft (777 m)
Coordinates-17.5876°, 48.2239°
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo
Country🇲🇬 Madagascar
State / ProvinceAlaotra Mangoro
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation46.3 inches (1,177 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Amparafaravola

Amparafaravola is a mid-size city in Madagascar (Alaotra Mangoro) with a population of 35,266. The city sits at an elevation of 2,549 feet (777 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is Indian/Antananarivo.

Climate in Amparafaravola

Amparafaravola has an average annual temperature of 19.8°C (68°F). The hottest month is Dec (22.8°C), the coldest is Jul (15.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1728 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 22.3°C / 72°F 16.3° / 29.9° 498.2
Feb 22°C / 72°F 15.9° / 28.7° 278.9
Mar 21.9°C / 71°F 16.1° / 27.9° 250.9
Apr 20.7°C / 69°F 14.8° / 27.6° 137.9
May 18.6°C / 66°F 11.7° / 26.1° 56.7
Jun 16.6°C / 62°F 10.6° / 24.1° 36.1
Jul 15.9°C / 61°F 10° / 23.5° 34.5
Aug 16.5°C / 62°F 10.3° / 24.8° 23.9
Sep 17.9°C / 64°F 11.8° / 27.3° 27.1
Oct 20.7°C / 69°F 12.5° / 31.7° 58.8
Nov 22.4°C / 72°F 15.1° / 32.2° 105.7
Dec 22.8°C / 73°F 15.9° / 32.2° 219.8
Amparafaravola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,549 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average70.0°F
30% above Madagascar avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,549 ft (777 m)
Area2,706.5 sq mi (7,009.8 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-17.5876°N, 48.2239°W
TimezoneIndian/Antananarivo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.3"
22% above Madagascar avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 11.46"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 16, 2012.

Jun 26, 1996 49 km SSW of Sahatavy, Madagascar M4.4 76 km
Mar 16, 2012 23 km ENE of Amparafaravola, Madagascar M4.2 24 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

25 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Gezani Category 3 69 km
2026 Fytia Category 1 237 km
2018 Dumazile Category 2 291 km
2018 Ava Category 2 114 km
2017 Enawo Category 2 226 km
2012 Giovanna Category 4 159 km
2011 Bingiza Category 3 194 km
2009 Jade Category 1 267 km
2008 Ivan Category 4 16 km
2007 Indlala Category 3 224 km
2007 Bondo Category 1 296 km
2004 Gafilo Category 4 195 km
2003 Manou Category 1 212 km
2002 Hary Category 5 242 km
2000 Eline:leone Category 1 185 km
1996 Bonita Category 4 45 km
1994 Litanne Category 4 133 km
1994 Geralda Category 4 95 km
1994 Daisy Category 2 218 km
1990 Alibera Category 1 283 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 11.5 in Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 9.8 in
March 74°F (23°C) 7.7 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in
May 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in
June 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in
July 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
September 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in Driest
October 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
November 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in
December 75°F (24°C) 8.5 in Warmest

Amparafaravola has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 63°F in July to 75°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (11.5") and September the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Amparafaravola

Institution Type Founded Website
CEG Amparafaravola College

Schools in Amparafaravola

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CEG Sahamamy
Ecole Catholique Sahamamy
Lycée Amparafaravola
Lycée Privé La Pimprenelle
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Libraries in Amparafaravola

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Médiathèque Paul Chassain0.0

Farmers Markets in Amparafaravola

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marché Municipal

Hotels in Amparafaravola

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Saphir Bleu Hôtel Bungalows

Restaurants in Amparafaravola

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotely Ando Ny Aina

Gas Stations in Amparafaravola

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jovena
Shell Amparafaravola

Banks in Amparafaravola

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BNI
BOA Agence Amparafaravola
Cecam
Otiv

Airports Near Amparafaravola

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ambatondrazaka AirportWAMSmall Airport
Ambohijanahary AirportSmall Airport
Amparafaravola AirportSmall Airport
Andriamena AirportWADSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Amparafaravola

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église de Adventiste
Fiangonana Advantista Andilana Atsimo
Fiangonana Ara-Pilazantsara Ampasikely
Fiangonana Filamatra
Metm Amparafaravola Fahazavana
Vavahadin'ny lanitra Amparafaravola

Quick Facts

Timezone
Indian/Antananarivo

🇲🇬 About Madagascar

Capital Antananarivo
Population 26,262,368
Area 587,040 km²
GDP (USD) $15,869,945,478
GDP per capita $509
HDI 0.501
Life expectancy 63.6 years
Internet users 20.4%
Urban population 32.0%
Currency MGA (Ariary)
Languages French, Malagasy
Calling code +261
TLD .mg
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Madagascar

10 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 29 Martyrs' Day Martyrs' Day
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension Day
May 25 Whit Monday Whit Monday
Jun 26 Independence Day Independence Day
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assumption Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Amparafaravola

What is the population of Amparafaravola?

Amparafaravola has a population of 35,266 residents and is located in Madagascar. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 2,706.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Amparafaravola?

Amparafaravola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches.

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